FINANCE TODAY

  By Bhavna S J  India is poised to become a global leader in the coming years. At Lodha Foundation, we believe that we can contribute meaningfully in that journey from being a developing nation to a developed nation. At the Foundation, we practice ‘Philanthropy of Excellence’ and have launched several programmes in that direction. Thoughtfully designed and contributing to being a developed nation, the latest addition to the programmes is the Lodha Theoretical Physics Institute (LTPI) which was launched on May 27 at Lodha World Tower. The LTPI, led by Professor Jainendra Jain, recipient of Wolf Prize, will encourage bold ideas in fundamental physics. The Lodha Theoretical Physics Institute is envisioned as a dedicated centre for fundamental research in theoretical physics in India. The Institute seeks to address the need for sustained, long-term inquiry by creating an academic environment that enables focused research programmes, international conferences, and meaningful ...

  by Bhavna SJ  The World Environment Day 2026 Tree Plantation Drive brought together Bhamla Foundation, Ish Patil, DYPIS alumna Saher Bhamla and leading public voices, placing students at the centre of a city-facing environmental initiative._ Mumbai, 25 May 2026: D Y Patil International School, Worli (DYPIS, Worli) today hosted the #NowForClimate World Environment Day 2026 Tree Plantation Drive, bringing climate action into the daily life of a school campus through student participation, tree plantation activity and public engagement. Organised in association with Bhamla Foundation and campaign partners including Godrej Industries, the initiative brought together students, educators, public figures, civic representatives and institutional leaders around a simple but urgent idea: climate responsibility has to be learnt early, practised locally and made visible. Actor, entrepreneur and wellness advocate Shilpa Shetty joined the initiative alongside Dr. Ajeenkya D Y Patil, Chai...

  Apollo Micro Systems has received fresh business orders worth Rs 510.25 million from the Ministry of Defence, public sector defence undertakings, and private companies, according to an exchange filing dated May 8, 2026. The Hyderabad-based defence electronics company said the orders were secured during the ordinary course of business, with private sector contracts contributing the largest share. Private companies emerged as the largest contributors to the fresh business update, placing orders worth Rs 240.18 million. That figure represents nearly half of the total contracts announced by the company. The mix of public and private sector orders also suggests Apollo Micro Systems is steadily widening its customer base beyond traditional government-linked projects. Growth Momentum Continues: The latest contracts add to the company’s ongoing business momentum in the defence and aerospace segment. While the filing did not disclose the exact nature of the products or execution timelines...

  by Bhavna SJ  April 23, 2026 PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) successfully hosted a high-level Business Delegation from Trinidad and Tobago at PHD House, New Delhi, fostering strategic dialogue and unlocking new avenues for bilateral trade and investment. Organized in collaboration with the Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA), with AS International as the Associate Partner, the engagement brought together key stakeholders from government, industry, and trade bodies to explore synergies across priority sectors. The deliberations highlighted a strong growth trajectory in India–Trinidad & Tobago trade, with significant potential for expansion driven by strategic collaboration and sectoral complementarities. In his welcome address, Mr. Mahesh Singhi, Chair, Maharashtra State Chapter, MD & Chairman Singhi Advisors, said that the visit comes at a pivotal time when India’s economic landscape is witnessing rapid transformation, creating vast op...

  by Bhavna SJ  Mumbai, 25 April 2026: Vikram-1, India’s first privately built orbital rocket by Skyroot Aerospace, was flagged off today by Shri A. Revanth Reddy, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana, from the company’s Max-Q campus in Hyderabad. Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs of Telangana, was also present at the event. The ceremony marked the rocket’s formal departure to the launch site at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. As part of the event, the Chief Minister ceremonially flagged off the rocket’s space-ready payload fairing, the structure that protects the satellites inside the rocket during flight. Addressing Skyroot employees, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana, Shri A. Revanth Reddy said the ocassion marks a key milestone in Telangana's pursuit of becoming a global leader in Aerospace sector. He explained that the government is focusing on skilling youth for th...

  by Bhavna SJ  18th April 2026: Mumbai: Across India, there is a growing demand for nature-based real estate projects that offer peace, open spaces, and long-term value. Buyer's today is looking for more than just building. This shift has brought attention to destinations that balance lifestyle, investment potential, and natural surroundings. Mumbai based real estate developer Ascenta has launched an ultra-luxury gated villa project in Khalapur, Maharashtra, with villas priced from ₹2.99 crore The 20-acre project, Ascenta project will comprise 179 exclusive villas across five distinct plot typologies; the development offers a rare balance of privacy, scale, and natural beauty. Select villa categories feature private swimming pools, enhancing the experience of bespoke living amidst lush green surroundings. At the heart of the estate lies a grand clubhouse overlooking a tranquil natural lake, complemented by a cascading waterfall that weaves through the site, creating a calming...